189: How Drafting Everyday and Playing Boldly Will Help You Win Like Donald Smith

Donald Smith started playing Magic in Theros. He got his first (and only) GP Top 8 in Charlotte 2015 and has chained Pro Tour invites ever since. Now he has a Pro Tour Top 8 under his belt and is a Gold level pro. Click to Tweet: I got a ton of value from Donald Smith when he shared his story on #MTGProTutor! Listen here: http://bit.ly/mtgprotutor-ep189 First Set Theros Favorite Set Theros / Kaladesh Favorite Card Chained to the Rocks What makes Magic: The Gathering fun for you? "I got hooked on Magic because of the social aspect." Early Challenge Preparing for tournaments. Worst Magic Moment The period between PT Atlanta and PT Honolulu, Donald didn't have a good finish at any event. He also learned humility. Proudest Magic Moment Top 4 of Pro Tour Dublin. Also, the 11th win that got him the Pro Tour Dublin invite. What Have You Learned From Magic Taking risks pays off. Risk within reason. Best Format Limited Magic Mentors Derek; looked at the game with analytical eyes. Owen Turtenwald Deepest Thing You've Learned About Yourself Donald learned a good work ethic. Biggest Mistake Players Make People play too scared. Advice for Beginner Limited In AER Limited, have your colors set by the end of pack one. People let color biases affect them too much. Don't buy into hyperbole. What's in Your Tournament Bag Life pod, dice, pens, playmat, laptop, snacks, granola bars, Clif bars, water, token Daily Ritual Play daily. Parting Guidance Draft every day! Connect With  Twitter:@donaldwsjr Check Out Magic Story Magic Story brings the lore of the Multiverse to life in an audio presentation never before heard in the Magic community. Listen to Episode 1 here or on www.magicthestory.com   Sponsors